LUX*, Maldives

This is the polar opposite: a large, dynamic resort with tons to
do; seven restaurants, six bars, 193 villas, yet still five-star
and extra-decadent. The boundless options are what this
luxury-destination resort has perfected. A typical day might be: an
early kayak around the luminous lagoon, a boat trip and guided
snorkel to see whale sharks (in the area year-round), a sushi lunch
in the shade, stumbling across a special treat in a hidden bottle,
and a spa treatment in a water villa with a glass floor to watch
marine life float past.

Rumour has it if ever a staff member leaves, they return within
a week begging for their job back. The resort manager has even been
known to fly about the lagoon on a water jetpack. Whispery and
boring? You must be joking.